Easy Pineapple Cake Bars Recipe: A Tropical Dessert Delight
Indulge in the tropical flavors of these Pineapple Cake Bars, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and buttery goodness. This easy-to-make dessert is ideal for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks. With a buttery crust, pineapple-infused filling, and coconut-infused icing, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
For the Crust and Topping:
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cold butter, cubed
- ½ cup sugar
For the Filling:
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 16 oz can crushed pineapple
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Icing:
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons half and half
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour and ½ cup sugar for the crust.
- Cut in ¾ cup cold butter until crumbly. Set aside 1 cup of this mixture for topping.
- Press the remaining crust into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Blend the filling ingredients: 2 eggs, ½ cup flour, 1 cup sugar, 16 oz crushed pineapple, ½ cup sour cream, and a pinch of salt.
- Spread the filling over the crust and sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 1 hour or until golden and set.
- Cool for 15-20 minutes.
- Beat the icing ingredients: 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon coconut extract, and 2 tablespoons half and half.
- Drizzle the icing over the bars and slice into servings.
Enjoy these tropical Pineapple Cake Bars as a delightful treat!
